Wind Energy Projects in Rio Grande do Norte May Receive Investments of R$ 1.4 Billion, Potentially Reaching 350 MW

Written by Roberta Souza

Published on 12/07/2021 at 17:29

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Rio Grande do Norte, The Largest Producer of Wind Power in the Country, Led Project Contracts in a New Auction Held by Aneel

On the last day of June 8, Thursday, during the new national auction for energy contracting, held by the National Electric Energy Agency (Aneel) and the Electric Energy Trading Chamber (CCEE), the state of Rio Grande do Norte led the contracts. Also see: Offshore Wind Energy is the Focus of the U.S. Government, Which Aims to Install Generation Parks by 2030

Contracts for Wind Energy Projects in the State of Rio Grande do Norte

The forecast is for more than R$ 1.4 billion to be invested in the implementation of projects in the state of Rio Grande do Norte. In total, there are 20 new wind power plants scheduled to start operations from 2024 and 2025, in addition to 350.6 MW contracted for energy generation. This amount to be invested in the state is nearly three times the amount contracted by the second-place state in the auction, São Paulo, which was 131 MW.

The state currently has over 20 wind power generation companies with operating projects, according to a bulletin released by the State Development Secretariat in March. Additionally, there are more than 180 projects in operation, placing the state in a leading national position in installed capacity, with 5.2 GW. Rio Grande do Norte also has around 52 projects under construction (1.8 GW) and another 78 already contracted (3.1 GW).

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State Has “Privileged” Geographical Position

The Secretary of Economic Development, Jaime Calado, stated that 14 of the world’s largest wind energy companies are in the state of Rio Grande do Norte. Jaime also mentioned that professional qualifications, along with the privileged geography, are the main attractions of the state.

According to the secretary, the state has several courses aimed specifically at the wind energy market, thus generating quality jobs. In addition, they have formed a working group composed of researchers and other agents, specifically focused on renewable energies, which will further enhance this work they are developing, with incentives and innovation.

Also Check: Rio Grande do Norte Has 177 Parks in Operation and Four Offshore Projects Awaiting License

In May, the state of Rio Grande do Norte surpassed the mark of 5 GW of wind energy production capacity, representing about 27.5% of the “clean energy” production capacity in Brazil. Rio Grande do Norte continues to be the national leader in renewable energy production, with 177 parks in operation, 52 under construction, and 64 already contracted. All projects together total 9.6 GW of capacity, according to data from the National Electric Energy Agency (Aneel). The state also has projects to produce energy offshore.

Wind Energy Projects in Rio Grande do Norte May Receive Investments of R$ 1.4 Billion, Potentially Reaching 350 MW

Rio Grande do Norte, The Largest Producer of Wind Power in the Country, Led Project Contracts in a New Auction Held by Aneel

Contracts for Wind Energy Projects in the State of Rio Grande do Norte

State Has “Privileged” Geographical Position

Also Check: Rio Grande do Norte Has 177 Parks in Operation and Four Offshore Projects Awaiting License

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